12 Mariengroschen - August William 1714-1731 front 12 Mariengroschen - August William 1714-1731 back
12 Mariengroschen - August William 1714-1731 photo

12 Mariengroschen - August William

 
Silver 6.5 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Augustus William (August Wilhelm) (1714-1731)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1714-1731
Value
12 Mariengroschen (⅓)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.5 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#85136
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Wildman with tree in left hand, value at left.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PARTA TVBRI
12

Interesting fact

The 12 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel features an interesting design element - on the reverse side, there is an image of a horse, which was a symbol of strength and power in the region at the time.